California retailers use revenue-based funding to stock holiday inventory, bridge slow months, and open new locations — without pledging personal assets.
These are illustrative examples based on realistic SMB funding patterns — not guarantees. Your actual range depends on your revenue, tenure, and credit profile.
Stocked up 6 weeks before Black Friday. Inventory turned before first repayment. Funded on prior-year Q4 revenue.
Covered payroll and fixed costs during a January dip while Q2 inventory orders were already placed.
Lease deposit, fixtures, and initial inventory for a new storefront. No personal assets pledged.
Business name, email, funding need, monthly revenue. Soft pull only — no credit impact.
A real human advisor reviews your application within 24 hours and reaches out with questions or options.
Clear terms, no surprises. Review and accept the offer that works for your business.
Typically 1–3 business days after acceptance. No origination fees to pay upfront.
| Feature | Four Point Group | Lendio / Bluevine | Bank / SBA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal collateral required | ✗ Never | Sometimes | Usually required |
| Decision timeline | 1–3 days | 3–10 days | 30–90 days |
| Revenue-based underwriting | ✓ Primary method | Partial | Credit-first |
| Hard credit pull on apply | ✗ Soft pull only | Hard pull | Hard pull |
| Min. funding amount | $10,000 | $5,000–$25,000 | $50,000+ |
| Industry expertise | Retail specialists | Generalist marketplace | Generic products |
Soft credit pull only. A funding advisor reviews your file within 24 hours.
Yes. We fund retail across the United States including California. The application process and terms are the same nationwide — revenue-based underwriting, no personal collateral, decisions in days.
Seasonal retail is expected, not a red flag. We look at trailing 6-month average and prior-year comps, then structure repayment around your cycle.
Yes. Inventory is the most common use case for retail funding. You don't need to identify specific SKUs — working capital goes into your account.
No. Revenue-based underwriting means no liens on your inventory, equipment, or personal real estate.
⚠️ California Note: California businesses: CFL license holders only. Revenue-based funding is not a loan product.
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